early childhood educator (ECE)

Lakepoint Childcare and Learning Centre; Langford; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local childcare facility in Langford is seeking an Early Childhood Educator to develop and implement programs promoting children's physical, cognitive, and emotional growth. The ideal candidate will hold an ECE Certificate and be capable of guiding children through engaging activities. This role requires on-site work with no remote options available.

Qualifications

• Experience in child care settings is an asset.
• Ability to create engaging learning plans tailored to children's needs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement child-care programs promoting children's development.
• Guide children in personal and social skills through daily activities.
• Supervise activities and coordinate with other educators.

Skills

Team player

Education

Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate

First Aid Certificate

CPR Certificate

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education: College/CEGEP

Experience: Experience an asset

On site: Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting:

• Child care centre

Responsibilities

• Assess the children’s development in order to prepare a learning plan tailored to his needs.
• Assist co-workers in housekeeping and cooking duties
• Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children
• Lead activities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs and taking children to local points of interest
• Encourage children to express creativity through the media of art, dramatic play, music and physical activity
• Engage children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs and preparing crafts
• Guide and assist children in the development of proper eating, dressing and toilet habits
• Prepare snacks and arrange rooms or furniture for lunch and rest periods
• Observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioural problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisor
• Discuss progress and problems of children at staff meetings
• Attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with co-workers and community service providers working with children
• Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children
• Supervise and co-ordinate activities of other early childhood educators and early childhood educator assistants

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate
• First Aid Certificate
• CPR Certificate

Additional information

Personal suitability

• Team player